Project Innovation Grants
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Project Innovation Grants from the South Dakota NASA Space Grant Consortium fund innovative STEM research and education projects aligned with NASA priorities in South Dakota.
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Funder: South Dakota NASA Space Grant Consortium
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (proposal deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: ~$100,000 total available; typical awards: $1,000–$25,000 for one-year projects; 1:1 non-federal match required.
Summary: Supports innovative STEM education and research projects in South Dakota that align with NASA priorities and foster long-term program development.
Key Information: U.S. citizenship required for students receiving direct funding; only one proposal per PI.
Description
The Project Innovation Grants program, managed by the South Dakota NASA Space Grant Consortium, provides seed funding to catalyze new educational capabilities in South Dakota. The program supports projects in higher education, precollege, and informal education that align with NASA Mission Directorate research priorities. The objective is to nurture innovative ideas that can become sustainable, long-term programs, particularly those advancing STEM education, authentic NASA-related experiences, and scalable partnerships. Projects are expected to engage students and educators in exploration, discovery, and hands-on learning, strengthening the talent pipeline for the aerospace and space science workforce.
